Northeast Washington Rural Tourism Survey
Visitor Opportunity Study Survey will provide important information for new Rural Tourism Support Program in northeast Washington.
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Republic and the Kettle Range—A Backcountry Skiing & Snowshoeing Shangri-La
Backcountry skiing and snowshoeing offer peace and quiet, solitude, and immersion in nature that can be a challenge to find in our busy and increasingly urban world. The serene calm of an pristine, snowy landscape. The thrill of breaking trail through a powder-filled meadow. The quiet swish of your skis along a white forest trail.
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A Path Forward for Inland NW Salmon
A proposal for a Columbia Basin Fund could keep salmon from extinction in the Snake River basin, which includes pristine rivers in Idaho, NE Oregon and SE Wash.
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100 Ways to Play Outside This Summer
Rejuvenate your June-through-August routine and take advantage of some of the best outdoor opportunities the Northwest has to offer.
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Washington D.C.—Senate Passes Public Lands Package
Thanks to Senators Maria Cantwell, a Democrat from Washington state, and Lisa Murkowski, a Republican from Alaska, the Natural Resources Management Act has passed the Senate. This is a major victory for public lands, as well as both political parties, and it has significant influence over many parts of the Pacific Northwest. The most important
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Planning a Day Hike or Ride on Northeast Washington’s Ferry County Rail Trail
The 25-mile trail is open year round, so while the fall biking and hiking are great, winter opens up the opportunity for fat bike, snowshoe, and Nordic ski adventures once the snow flies. When planning a trip, in addition to weather considerations, be sure to have the latest trail info, including which sections have been
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Fall Adventures: Northeast Washington’s Ferry County Rail Trail
Fall can be a hard time of year for some outdoor enthusiasts. As many summer activities wind down, we begin the great switch over to winter. With colder temperatures and snow in the higher elevations, it can be difficult to find adventurous and accessible trails to explore. I usually end up re-hiking or riding the
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Highway 20 Solo: A Bike Touring Adventure along Washington’s Iconic Cycling Route
Modern day life often dictates that time and money are limited, and therefore we seek out adventure on the weekends, or in short bursts of time. In order to minimize travel time and maximize destination time, many times we board a plane (or boat, or bus, or car) and rush off to a far-away wonder.
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Progress for the John Wayne Trail
The efforts of two elected officials from Washington’s 9th Legislative District to quietly close a major part of the John Wayne Pioneer Trail last year ironically may have given the trail a publicity and funding boost. With public attention directed towards the trail like never before, the state legislature recently allocated $100,000 for weed control,
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Northeast Washington Hiking/Camping Road Trip
Let me be your concierge for a Northeast Washington hiking weekend this summer that includes hiking Thirteen Mile Trail, an overnight car-camping stay at Swan Lake and a visit to the frontier-like town of Republic, Wash. You will make lifelong memories. Swan Lake Campground From Republic, drive Route 21 south for approximately seven miles to
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